The latest from the Director

22 May 2026 weekly update

22 May 2026

This week, David Adams updates on Free School Meals (FSM) – 2026/27 academic year changes

  • 12 March 2021 weekly update

    12 March 2021

    This week, Matt shares his thanks to schools and settings and introduces our new Director of Education Christine McInnes.

  • 5 March 2021 weekly update

    5 March 2021

    The recent letters from Matt Dunkley, David Adams and the Area Education Officers.

  • 26 February 2021 weekly update

    26 February 2021

    The recent letters from Matt Dunkley, David Adams and the Area Education Officers.

  • 9 February 2021 weekly update

    9 February 2021

    This week, Matt introduces this year's theme for Safe Internet Day - 'an internet we can trust; exploring reliability in the online world'.